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Newspaper
Corry Evening Journal
Location
Corry, Pennsylvania, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1964
Page
1
A damaged OCR fragment references Walter s class and Perkins 1125 with Friday appeals at 8 p m. It hints at a local industrial plot in the Main area and neighborhood concerns but lacks clear actions, dates, or identities for full reporting.
Washington AP report notes cumulative U S aid to South Viet Nam surpassing 3 billion with unique wartime objectives. Mentions Lt. Ronald Hines killed near Kien Long as government troops pursue guerrillas. Describes program priorities and broader economic backing in Vietnam.
Alden Hulings of 617 William street reported a .22 rifle shot Saturday noon. A bullet pierced a glass storm door and an inner wooden door at his home where Mrs. Hulings stood about ten minutes earlier. Police say identifying the weapon is unlikely. two boys seen nearby fled. The offense is serious and may lead to full prosecution.
National GOP eyes Pennsylvania primary to gauge William Scranton’s write-in appeal for the presidential nomination. Scranton insists he is not a candidate, while supporters push a draft movement amid light turnout. Democratic senate race features Musmanno Blatt and Roberts with Clark backing Blatt. polls run 9 am to 9 pm ET.
Spartansburg based Tauber Woolen Mills secured a contract exceeding $35,000 to supply soft goods for trailers built this year by the Pennsylvania Furnace and Iron Works of Warren J F Jandy says the Warren firm will produce about 200 trailers this year and all materials including drapes curtains spreads mattresses pads pillows and furniture will be made in Spartansburg the first trailer to be completed Thursday Jawdy notes the trailer maker also contracts with Boles Aero of Sun Valley California.
More than 125 volunteer firefighters from seven companies battled a June fire that gutted North East Hardware Store, with losses estimated at over $126,000. Owner Louis King and A W Campbell put inventory losses at over $45,000. building owner Don Gagliano over $80,000. Undetermined origin. Sgt. Russell Anderson investigates. Fire started after 4 pm, spotted by Mrs. Ralph Dumond. Firefighters faced exploding paint cans and ammunition as they fought the blaze, with warehouses, adjacent shops, and five apartments affected. Insurance coverage described as partial.
Voters will cast ballots tomorrow at six polling places in Corry from 8 am to 9 pm in the final primary at Heberlein Motor Sales, with a different site chosen for the November general election. polling locations include Corry Auto Supply 24 East Main Fred L Mixer Garage 111 East Second Ward Corry Rod and Gun Club East Washington Frank's Auto Service 16 Clinton Heberlein Motor Sales 7 North Center W. W. Waterhouse Garage 37 West South Street.
Voters likely to stay home as eight to forty percent may vote in the Erie County primary. The fields are wide open with no clear issues. Key battles include Congress contests involving James Weaver and Frank C. Hilton of Meadville and state races with candidates such as Musmanno Blatt and Scranton for president supporters. A countywide referendum asks about a harness racing track in Erie.
Corry State Police arrested Dennis C. Ditrich and Richard T. Lee of Erie after they allegedly stole a battery charger from Fitch Service Station. The pair, arraigned before Justice Floyd Marsh, pled guilty to Larceny and were fined $15 each with $125 restitution ordered. Authorities noted the charger was discarded and later found missing.
A pig escaped from Claude Baccus of Columbus and darted onto Route 6 collide with Loretta Lefik's eastbound car. Lefik, 25, Invine Pa, suffered a bruise on the right arm and $200 damage to her auto. The pig, valued at $45, was killed.
An Alaska National Guard plane carrying Major General Thomas Carroll Lt. Col. Thomas Norris pilot Major James Rowe copilot and T Sgt Kenneth Ayers flight engineer crashed into Prince William Sound about a mile offshore after departing Gov. William Egan at Valdez late Saturday. Search boats recovered only a few items from the wreckage.
Two Erie County Democrats aim to withhold pay for judges of elections who fail to deliver voting tallies to the Erie County courthouse by midnight. William O. Hill Jr and Louis Raymek said they will seek a legal ruling and have mailed letters to battle ready election judges in Corry area urging returns by mid. Recipients include Warner McCray Ruth Hasbrouck Fred L. Mixer John Robacher Margaret Bartholme Peter A. Russell Alvene Chase H Marvin McCray.
CHICAGO AP James E Hoffa president of the Teamsters Union faces a third trial on criminal charges. He and seven codefendants are accused of fraudulently obtaining 20 million dollars in loans from Teamsters pension funds. A 100 jurors sit with 200 more to appear if needed. Trial could last three to five months. Hoffa has prior convictions and appeals involving tampering with a Nashville jury. Each defendant faces potential penalties up to 140 years in prison and 37,000 in fines.
General Omar N. Bradley was welcomed by about 1600 people in his hometown of Moberly as the city rededicated its airport in his name tomorrow. The ceremony marked a return for the local hero, reflecting his ties to the community and aviation heritage.
In Erie County a drive funds Sheltered Workshop and the Exceptional Children Educational Center to aid retarded and handicapped children and young adults. The effort links CHEER participants with county programs, offering training and real pay, enabling those affected to belong and imagine life beyond isolation.
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